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Best Mexican place near downtown LA for wkend lunch?

We have a party of six meeting at 12pm for lunch this Saturday in the downtown area. We'd go as far west as mid-city. I would love to hear about a small/authentic/delicious Mexican joint but will settle for delicious. Thanks!

Why not go directly to Border Grill instead of their trained chefs? Homegirl's good deeds notwithstanding, Border is the best Mexican in downtown, if by best you mean innovative and clean tasting foodin a fun atmosphere. http://www.bordergrill.com/bg_dtla/bg...

Not small but Guelaguetza on Olympic (near Western) has excellent Oaxacan and, if you like goat, El Parian on Pico (near the 110) is a great choice. And Chichen Itza on S. Grand (around 35th) is also quite good if you enjoy Yucatan fod.

But for a party of six, and a sit down lunch: La Golondrina. Across the street from the taquito joints, great atmosphere, loads of history, and kickass margaritas. And you could get a couple of taquitos as an appetizer!

There is also Guisados in Boyle Heights - I like the sampler plate and the horchata.

If you want to stay downtown, you could check out the offerings at Grand Central Market: http://www.grandcentralmarket.com/ven... -- Ana Maria's, Las Morelianas, Tacos Tumbras a Tomas to name a few. Also Sarita's not for Mexican per se, but delicious Salvodorean pupusas.